Cuween Hill Chambered Cairn

The stone burial chamber features a central room with four smaller side chambers connected through narrow passages measuring one meter in height.

Constructed approximately 5000 years ago, this tomb contained human remains along with dog and ox skulls discovered during the 1901 excavation.

The arrangement of bones and artifacts within the chambers indicates specific funeral practices of early agricultural societies in northern Scotland.

Access requires crawling through a low entrance passage, so visitors should wear appropriate clothing and bring a flashlight for interior exploration.

The discovery of numerous dog skulls inside the tomb suggests a particular connection between these animals and the Neolithic inhabitants of this region.

Location: Orkney Islands

Location: Firth

Website: https://historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/cuween-hill-chambered-cairn

GPS coordinates: 58.99734,-3.10814

Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:09